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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Parents
Harry Einstein, Thelma Leeds
Siblings
Albert Brooks, Charles Einstein
Education
Chapman University
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Hrōþiberhtaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 35,707 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 43 years (1972-2015)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 29
Year context
Born in 1942 -- Battle of Midway; Manhattan Project begins; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
Year 1942 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Horse
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Filmography (4)
AWARDS (3)
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series
1969
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series
1969
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Primetime Emmy Awards
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Biography
Stewart Robert Einstein (November 20, 1942 – January 2, 2019) was an American actor, comedy writer, and producer. He created and performed the satirical stuntman character Super Dave Osborne, and was also known for his roles as Marty Funkhouser in Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Larry the Middleman on Arrested Development.
Einstein got his start on several television variety shows; including The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour and The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour. Einstein won two Emmy Awards as a writer and was nominated four other times. He also won a CableACE Award for acting as Super Dave, along with five other nominations.
Einstein was the son of radio comedian Harry Einstein, and the older brother of fellow actor and comedian Albert Brooks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Bob Einstein?
Bob Einstein was born on and passed away on at the age of 76.
Where was Bob Einstein born?
Bob Einstein was born in Los Angeles, California, USA.
What movies or shows has Bob Einstein been in?
Bob Einstein has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include Strange Magic (2015), Ocean's Thirteen (2007), The Extreme Adventures of Super Dave (2000), Another Nice Mess (1972).
What is Bob Einstein known for?
Bob Einstein is primarily known as an actor. Stewart Robert Einstein (November 20, 1942 – January 2, 2019) was an American actor, comedy writer, and producer. He created and performed the satirical stuntman…
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